Dr. Marijeta Kurtin Valjin, AHPRA

Dr. Marijeta Kurtin Valjin is a registered psychologist in Australia with more than 13 years of clinical experience supporting people through a broad range of life challenges. She holds a PhD, a doctoral research degree, and a Master’s degree in Psychology from the University of Adelaide, and is registered with AHPRA with an endorsement in Health Psychology - a recognition of advanced training in health-focused psychological practice.

Over the course of her career she has worked across public and private mental health settings and has taken part in academic research and publication. While academic work has featured in her background, her primary focus is on direct therapeutic connection and practical support for clients. She has experience with clients of all ages dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, disability, chronic illness and burnout related to work-life balance, parenting, and major life transitions. She welcomes people of all identifications and orientations.

Her approach is person-centred, non-judgemental, and strengths-focused, combining evidence-based psychological therapies with mindfulness and practical strategies tailored to each person’s circumstances. She aims to help clients build resilience and coping skills, improve wellbeing, and make lasting, positive changes. Recognising that reaching out for help can feel daunting, she strives to create a welcoming atmosphere where people can feel heard and understood.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Dr. Marijeta Kurtin Valjin draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Client-Centred Therapy to guide her online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them, learn practical ways to accept difficult thoughts and feelings, and take steps toward meaningful goals - it is often used for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on empathy, active listening and creating a non-judgemental space so clients can explore their experience and build self-understanding - it is valuable for relationship issues, grief, and emotional adjustment.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Marijeta works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, and adapts strategies as the work progresses to support practical change and improved coping.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage with licensed professionals. Sessions by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging make it easier to fit support into busy schedules, manage caregiving or mobility needs, and access therapy from home. This flexibility can help people maintain continuity of care and adapt the format to what feels most comfortable and useful for them.